THE great British summer is enough to confuse even the most hardened fashionista.

One minute it’s barbecue weather and we can pull on the shorts and spaghetti straps – the next it’s barely above 10C and we’re reaching for the woollies.

So how can you plan a wardrobe that can take you from one extreme to the next in just a matter of days? Simple – layers.

Layering your clothes means you can shed the excess when the temperatures hot up or pile on a few more items when it cools.

Here’s a few favourite items that will see you through the next couple of months – whatever the weather.

1: This embroidered cardigan from Matalan (£18) has a vintage feel and could just have easily been picked up in a favourite flea market or retro clothing store.

2: This ditzy print top for £35 from White Stuff can be worn with a long-sleeved top or on its own.

3: Add a splash of colour to your summer clothes with this bright patterned scarf for £39 from House of Fraser.

4: Cream linen trousers are a real must-have for the season – channel your inner preppy with a white shirt or T-shirt and navy blazer. These, from Jane Norman, cost £38.